1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Explorer | 112 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
