2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1989 Renault 21
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 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 21 (159 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 21 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 21 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Kalina | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
