2008 Lada 21 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lada 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
