1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 284 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, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
