1996 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1998 Lada Natacha is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Natacha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lada Natacha. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1998 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escort | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
