1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta, 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Falcon | Delta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |