2000 Lada 110 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Lada 110 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Lada 110.
Because 1972 Opel Rekord 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 110 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 110 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
