2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Lada Natacha.
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 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dacia Logan | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Dacia | Lada |
| Model | Logan | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
