2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 430 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Kalina | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
