1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Corona | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
