2005 Lada 110 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 501 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | 110 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
