1983 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 80 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
