2009 Lada 21 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 391 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
