1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 120 weights approximately 14 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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
