1997 Lada 110 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada 110 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 1997 Lada 110 (266 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm). This means 1997 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 1997 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada 110 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | 110 | Soul |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 266 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1186 kg |