2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2123 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
