1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lada 111
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Lada 111.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lada 111 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | 111 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |