1988 Lada Samara vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 19 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
