1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor.
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, 1999 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Meteor | 111 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
