1999 Lada 111 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada 111, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada 111 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 111 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
