1998 Lada 110 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110. 2012 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 1998 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada 110 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | 110 | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |