1996 Lada 110 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa.
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, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 110 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
