2005 Lada 110 vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Because 1978 Triumph TR7 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 1978 Triumph TR7. 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | 110 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
