1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Falcon 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 1971 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Falcon | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |