1995 Lada Samara vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
