1988 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1318 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2008 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
