1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 427 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2648 mm |
