2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Kalina | Starlet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |