1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 23 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 234 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.
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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Scorpio | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
