1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 348 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Lada | Saturn |
| Model | Natacha | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
