1988 Lada Samara vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |