1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 110 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Natacha | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
