1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
