1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Admiral | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Opel | Lada |
Model | Admiral | Kalina |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |