2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Kalina | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
