1980 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
