1993 Lada Samara vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 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, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
