1977 Renault 20 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Renault 20 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 20 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | 20 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
