1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Natacha | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
