2003 Lada 110 vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 110 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lada 110 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 110 | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 110 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |
