1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 900 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Natacha | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Natacha | Fury |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |