1988 Lada Samara vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |