2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta.
Because 1982 Opel Manta 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 1982 Opel Manta. 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, 1982 Opel Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1982 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Kalina | Manta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
