2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalina | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
