1996 Lada 110 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
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, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
