1998 Lada 111 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 111 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
