2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Kalina | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
