1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 37 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
