1998 Lada 111 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 7 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 281 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.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 111 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
