2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Kalina | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
