1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1995 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1995 Lada Natacha is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1995 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taunus | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 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 | 91 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
