2001 Lada 110 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Volvo 240 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 1981 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 110 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
