1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1265 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |
