1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 25 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 104 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 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
