1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 384 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.
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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1998 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taurus | 110 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
