1990 Lada Samara vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Samara | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
