2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Samara II weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Skoda 110 L 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 1975 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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, 2001 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Samara II | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
