2002 Lada 110 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 110 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
