1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.
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, 1997 Lancia Zeta, 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
