1989 Lada 2107 vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lada 2107 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 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2107 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2107 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
