1992 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 568 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
