1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 130 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Samara II | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara II | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |