1985 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 100 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
