1980 Lada 1200 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 1200 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |