Lada VAZ-2109 vs Opel Astra: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Lada · 1987–2004
VAZ-2109
- Power
- 47 kW64 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
Opel · 2021–present
Astra L
- Power
- 133 kW181 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.6 s
- Top speed
- 225 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,678 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- Family Astra L Boot: 352 l vs 270 l
In plain words
Opel Astra has more power: 133 kW (181 PS) against 47 kW (64 PS) for Lada VAZ-2109. Opel Astra has the bigger boot: 352 l against 270 l. Lada VAZ-2109 is the older design (from 1987); Opel Astra arrived in 1991. Opel Astra is still in production; Lada VAZ-2109 is not. On the catalog figures, the Opel Astra is the pick for family. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Lada VAZ-2109 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
| VAZ-2109 | Astra L | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot | 270 l9.5 cu ft | 352 l12.4 cu ft +82 l +2.9 cu ft +30.4% |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Tight |
Difference vs VAZ-2109 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Lada VAZ-2109 | Opel Astra | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.3 · 47 kW (64 PS) | Astra L · 1.6 Plug-in Hybrid · 133 kW (181 PS) |
| Production years | 1987–2004 | 2021–present |
| Body | Hatchback | Sedan, Hatchback |
| Country | Soviet Union (USSR) | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 47 kW (64 PS) 63 hp | 133 kW (181 PS) 178 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 40–53 kW (54–72 PS) 54–71 hp | 42–206 kW (57–280 PS) 56–276 hp |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | No data | 7.6 s |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | No data | 225 km/h 140 mph |
| Power per tonne | No data | 79 kW/t 96 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Plug-in hybrid |
| Engine | 1,295 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l | 1,598 cc · 4 cyl 1.6 l |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | No data | 4,374 mm 172.2 in † |
| Width | No data | 1,860 mm 73.2 in † |
| Height | No data | 1,441 mm 56.7 in † |
| Wheelbase | No data | 2,675 mm 105.3 in † |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,678 kg 3,699 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 270 l 9.5 cu ft | 352 l 12.4 cu ft Better |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | No data | 42 l 11.1 gal US |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 1.3 l/100 km 180.9 mpg US |
| CO₂ | No data | 30 g/km |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €340/year estimated |
| Range on a full tank | No data | 3,231 km 2,008 mi estimated |
| Electric | ||
| Battery Why it matters: A bigger battery usually gives more range, but takes longer to charge fully. | No data | 12 kWh |
| Electric range Why it matters: A longer range means fewer charging stops on long journeys. | No data | 60 km 37 mi |
| Energy use | No data | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | No data | ★★★★☆ (2022) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Drive.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol. † from another version of this generation.