1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 17 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Metro | 1200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |