1998 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 110 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 AC Cobra 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 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2009 Lada 110 | |
| Make | AC | Lada |
| Model | Cobra | 110 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
