1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 Lancia Dedra is newer by 13 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra. 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, 1995 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1995 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
