2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1970 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos Mantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos Mantis would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1970 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1970 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Lada | Marcos |
| Model | Kalina | Mantis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
