1984 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Natacha (70 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Natacha weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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, 1998 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
