1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Kalina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Kalina, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Corona | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
