1997 Lada Natacha vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 440 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Natacha | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
