2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Kalina | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
