1996 Lada 110 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 110 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
