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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 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 | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 915 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
