1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 670 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1200 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 75 L |
