2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 85 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
