2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Kalina | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
