1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 921 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | 1200 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
