1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Kalina |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |