1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 31 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 910 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 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Lada | Holden |
Model | 1200 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 65 L |