1996 Lada Samara vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Samara | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |