1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
