1998 Lada Natacha vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Natacha (70 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Natacha weights approximately 289 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1998 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Natacha | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
