1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1976 Nissan Bluebird and 2010 Lada Kalina are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Nissan | Lada |
| Model | Bluebird | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
