1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1407 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 1200 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |
