1988 Citroen BX 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 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
