1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
