1994 Lada Natacha vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1994 Lada Natacha is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Natacha | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
