2009 Lada 21 vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Riley |
| Model | 21 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
