2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 670 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Kalina | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
