1980 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 30 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 1200 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lada | Saturn |
| Model | 1200 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 61 L |
