1996 Honda Shuttle 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 Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 547 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 Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Shuttle 1998 Lada Natacha
Make Honda Lada
Model Shuttle Natacha
Year Released 1996 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2157 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 70 HP
Torque 198 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1532 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1350 mm