1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | 1200 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |