1975 Lada 1200 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
