2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
