1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 849 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1976 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1976 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | 1200 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 72 L |
