1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 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, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | 1200 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 48 L |