1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 13 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 454 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 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 1200 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
