1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 32 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 359 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | 1200 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |