1981 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1495 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.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada 1200 | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | 1200 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
