1996 Lada 110 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lada 110. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada 110.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 1996 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | 110 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
