1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 9 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 35 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 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Natacha | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
