2009 Lada 21 vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1506 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 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 93 L |
