1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Crown Victoria | Natacha |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |