1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 29 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Natacha | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
