2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 380 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kalina | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
