1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 524 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.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
