2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lada 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 2123 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
