1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Lada 111
To start off, 2005 Lada 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 111 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | 111 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
