2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 961 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Patriot | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
