1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 22 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 455 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, 2001 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1979 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1979 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | 1200 | IS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
