1981 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Kalina |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |