1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1985 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lada 1200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Morgan Plus 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1985 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | 1200 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
