1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Corsair | Oka |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
