2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kalina | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
