1990 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 55 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 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
