1995 Lada Natacha vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 165 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Natacha. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Natacha | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Natacha | 306 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
