2005 Lada 110 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Lada 110.
Because 1984 Volvo 740 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 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 110 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
