1988 Lada Samara vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |