2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (80 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2008 Lada 21 (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada 21 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 21 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |