1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1995 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Samara |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |