1978 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Niva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |