1986 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
