2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 764 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Freestar | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
