2002 Lada 119 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 119 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
