2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Kalina | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |