1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 1979 Lada 1200
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 1979 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Accent | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
