2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | 1200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 87 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |