2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Lada Natacha.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Natacha. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Kalina | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
