1975 Lada 1200 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lada 1200 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1975 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
