1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Corsa | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
