2009 Lada 21 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1070 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.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 21 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 91 L |
