1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Suburban | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
