1997 Lada Natacha vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 257 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.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Natacha | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Natacha | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
