1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 364 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
