1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Natacha | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
