2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 215 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, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Kalina | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
