2009 Lada 21 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1004 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 2011 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Lada | Lincoln |
| Model | 21 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3142 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
