2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Kalina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
