1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Colt | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
