1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 468 kg more than 1998 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lada 110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | 110 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |