2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Lantra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
