1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 365 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
