1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
