1971 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111, 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Century | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Century | 111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
