1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 345 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.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Subaru | Lada |
| Model | Legacy | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
