1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 11 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1704 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 1985 Lamborghini LM 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1200 | LM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 169 L |
