1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Lada 110
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2001 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Cortina | 110 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 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 |
