1997 Lada Natacha vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Natacha | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
