1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1322 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lada | GMC |
| Model | 1200 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
