2003 Lada 110 vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 1974 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 110 | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 110 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
