2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1258 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Sprinter | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 39 L |
