1998 Lada Natacha vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa 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 26 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Natacha weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Natacha | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
