1978 Lada 1200 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1195 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 1200 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2895 mm |