2009 Lada 21 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 570 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 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | 21 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
