1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1996 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 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 Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1996 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Telstar | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
