1983 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 1983 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Capri | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
