1983 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
