2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
