1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
