1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 52 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 559 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
