2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2123 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
