1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 142 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Nubira | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
