1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 249 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 1974 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
