2009 Lada 21 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 850 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 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
