2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Kalina | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
