1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
