1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 255 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
