1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lada Natacha 1975 Plymouth Volare
Make Lada Plymouth
Model Natacha Volare
Year Released 1996 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 5210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm


 

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