1998 Lada 111 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 111 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
