2008 Lada 21 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
