2005 Lada 110 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo P 1800 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 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 110 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
