1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | 4.2 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
