1988 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 654 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
