2009 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 313 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |