2009 Lada 21 vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2009 Lada 21 and 2009 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21.
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, 2009 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
