1997 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Contour | 110 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
