1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
