1972 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Ford Escort 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
