2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 2009 Lada Kalina and 1980 Nissan Bluebird are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Kalina | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |