2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 828 kg more than 1994 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Santa Fe | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
