1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Toyota | Lada |
Model | Corolla | Niva |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |