2008 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lada Natacha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
