1995 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |