1975 Lada 1200 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 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 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lada 1200 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |