2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta 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 105 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 118 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1986 Lancia Delta 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
