1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | 110 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
