1981 Lada 1200 vs. 1979 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1981 Lada 1200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Merak weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada 1200 | 1979 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 1200 | Merak |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
