1983 Ford GT vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Ford GT. 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT | Falcon |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |