1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | F-250 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
