2003 Lada 110 vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada 110 | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 110 | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |