2008 Lada 21 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 455 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
