1990 Lada Samara vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1355 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |