1999 Lada Natacha vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 324 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
