2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 216 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Kalina | 309 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
