1994 Lada Natacha vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 882 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis 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. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Natacha | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Natacha | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
