1987 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Meteor | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
