1968 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Natacha weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lada Natacha (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Natacha |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |