1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 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 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Natacha | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
