1999 Lada 111 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 1999 Lada 111 and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada 111, 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada 111 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 111 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |