1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 27 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 920 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 1200 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 80 L |
