1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 1971 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Lada | Holden |
| Model | 1200 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
