1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 449 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
