2001 Lada 111 vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Proton Saloon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 111 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon.
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, 2001 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 111 | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | 111 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
