2009 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 1998 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1998 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | 110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
