2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 148 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Falcon | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
