2000 Lada Samara vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Santana weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Santana |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |