1999 Lada Natacha vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Natacha | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
