1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Falcon | Baleno |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |