1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 20 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 707 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lada | Lincoln |
| Model | 1200 | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
