1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 301 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Natacha | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
