1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 19 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada 1200 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 1200 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |