1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 229 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corona | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Toyota | Lada |
Model | Corona | Niva |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |