1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha, 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Natacha. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Commodore | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
