1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Ford Falcon 1991 Italdesign Nazca
Make Ford Italdesign
Model Falcon Nazca
Year Released 1982 1991
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3271 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 109 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2600 mm


 

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