1980 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200. 2002 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 1200 | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Lada | Maybach |
Model | 1200 | 57 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2220 mm |