1998 Lada 110 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 110 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | 110 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |