1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 20 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Falcon | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
