2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 513 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 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
