1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 102 kg more than 1976 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, 1984 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
