1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 24 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Taunus | Kalina |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |