2005 Lada 110 vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Lada 110.
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, 1996 Opel Astra (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
