2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2123 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
