1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Falcon | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
