1987 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 9000 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Saab | Lada |
| Model | 9000 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
