2010 Lada Kalina vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Kalina | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Colt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
