1996 Lada 110 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
