2001 Lada 110 vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati 420 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 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 110 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
