1998 Lada Natacha vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 344 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.
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 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Natacha | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Natacha | Livina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
