1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 1600 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
