1992 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 46 L |
