2006 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
