1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
| Model | Passat | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
