2003 Lada 110 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 1980 Renault 5. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 110 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 110 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
