1999 Lada Natacha vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 9 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 197 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, 2008 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Natacha | 45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
