1979 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 33 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1165 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 1979 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lada 1200 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | 1200 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 76 L |