1988 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Frontier |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |