1977 Lada 1200 vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 26 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR T 350 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lada 1200 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | 1200 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |