1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Samara II weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Samara II, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
