1998 Lada Natacha vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 881 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Natacha | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
