2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 180 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 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Kalina | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |