1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
