1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1865 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 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2290 mm |
