1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 23 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
