2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Natacha weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Sirion | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
