2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
