1982 Lada 1200 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1982 Lada 1200 and 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200.
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. 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1982 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1200 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
