1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 381 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
