1990 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |