2000 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Puma | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
