1995 Lada Natacha vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 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, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Natacha. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Natacha | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Natacha | 18 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
