1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 479 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Natacha | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
