1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Natacha weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
