1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Lada 110
To start off, 2000 Lada 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada 110 (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Lada 110.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2000 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Cortina | 110 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
