1977 Lada 1200 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lada 1200 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
