1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 11 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 278 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Vento |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |