1942 Buick 40 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 1982 Lada 1200 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | 40 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
