1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 is newer by 8 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha.
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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | Natacha | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
