1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
