1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Natacha | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
