2002 Lada 110 vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 310 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 1996 Nissan Laurel 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 1996 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110. 1996 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 110 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
