1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
