1988 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 616 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
