2002 Honda Life vs. 1996 Lada Natacha

To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Life 1996 Lada Natacha
Make Honda Lada
Model Life Natacha
Year Released 2002 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1350 mm


 

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