2002 Lada 110 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 110 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
