1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1994 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1994 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Cougar | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
