1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 340 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 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.

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