1989 Lada 2104 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2104 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
