1992 Lada Samara vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
