1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 809 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
