1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema, 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Thema |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
