1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 655 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 Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Natacha | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
