2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 406 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 Length | 4290 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
