1982 Lada 1200 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada 1200 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1982 Lada 1200 (85 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1982 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | R5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
