2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 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 |
