2009 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |