1992 Lada Samara vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara, 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara. 1996 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Samara | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |