1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 1200 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
