1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Natacha | 205 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
