2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 470 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
