1987 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | 200 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
