1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 372 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
