1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
