1991 Lada Samara vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 76 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |