2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Kalina | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 115 L |
