2009 Lada 21 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 955 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 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
