1991 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
| Model | Golf | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
