1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19, 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
