2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 162 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Kalina | Mystique |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |