1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 855 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 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton 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 Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 1200 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
