1995 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 118 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
