1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Econoline | 1200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |