2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Kalina | Sera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
