1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lada |
| Model | Lancer | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
