1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 659 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |