1983 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
