2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 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 64 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. 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 1980 Lada 1200. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 2123 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
