1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 15 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 304 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
