1978 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | CX | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
