2009 Lada 110 vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 110 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
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, 1989 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 110 | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | 110 | Elan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |