1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Natacha weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Because 1977 Nissan Violet 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 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Natacha | Violet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
