2005 Lada 110 vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Tata E220 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 Tata E220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 110 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
