1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 27 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
