1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |
