2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
