1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
