2005 Lada 110 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 699 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Lada | Aston Martin |
| Model | 110 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 97 L |
