1997 Lada Natacha vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 12 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Natacha | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
