1998 Lada Natacha vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Natacha | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
