1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Corolla | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
