2009 Lada 111 vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 111 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 111 | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | 111 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |