1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Falcon | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1688 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 | 235 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
