2001 Lada 111 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 111 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 111 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
