1996 Lada Natacha vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA

To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 414 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lada Natacha 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
Make Lada Nissan
Model Natacha ALTIMA
Year Released 1996 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4595 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1795 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1421 mm


 

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