1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 30 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 540 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 1982 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
