2000 Lada Samara vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 77 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
