1995 Lada Natacha vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 647 kg more than 1995 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Natacha. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Natacha | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Natacha | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
