1981 Lada 1200 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 595 kg more than 1981 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada 1200 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | 1200 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 90 L |