1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Prelude | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
