1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 16 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), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Natacha | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
