1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Natacha | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
