1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Jazz | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
