1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 29 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 804 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 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
