2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
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 Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 20 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 Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix 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 Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Kalina | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
