1997 Lada Natacha vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 6 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 410 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Natacha | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
