1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Falcon | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |