2009 Lada 21 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
