1992 Lada Samara vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 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, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
