1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
