1981 Lada 1200 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 26 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1627 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada 1200 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | 1200 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 88 L |