2009 Lada 21 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 240 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
