1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lada 110
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 110, 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 Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | 110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
