2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Saxo | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
