2009 Lada 21 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 1989 Toyota Corolla 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. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
