2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 219 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 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
