1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1600 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lada | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 72 L |
