1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1317 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
