2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 739 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XKR | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |
