2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
