1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Cougar (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 870 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 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Natacha | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Natacha | Cougar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |