2009 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
