2004 Lada 2123 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2123 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
