1975 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Natacha weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escort | Natacha |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |