1992 Lada Samara vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |