2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Kalina | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
