1974 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Capri | Natacha |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |