2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80

To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 NSU Ro 80 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, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 1970 NSU Ro 80
Make Lada NSU
Model Kalina Ro 80
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2390 cc
Horse Power 58 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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