1998 Lada Natacha vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1271 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Natacha. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Natacha | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Natacha | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |