1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Natacha | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
