2000 Lada 110 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2000 Lada 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Lada 110. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati 228 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 1989 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 110, 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 110 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 110 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
