1996 Lada 110 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. Both 1996 Lada 110 and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Lada 110. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada 110.
Because 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 110 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
