1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Lada | Venturi |
| Model | Natacha | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
