2004 Lada 111 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 111 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 528 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 111, 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 111 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
