2006 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 253 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |