2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
