1981 Renault 18 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 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | 18 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
