1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1997 Lada Natacha is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha, 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1997 Lada Natacha | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Natacha |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |