1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 474 kg more than 1974 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 1200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 46 L |