2008 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
