1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
