1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang 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 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Samara, 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 1996 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mustang | Samara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |