2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Kalina | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
