1981 Lada 1200 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 19 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1505 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1981 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada 1200 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Lada | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 1200 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 100 L |