2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. 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 1999 Rover 75. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | 2123 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
