2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Kalina | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
