1981 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 5 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada 1200 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 1200 | M250 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |