2005 Lada 110 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
