1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |