1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Falcon |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |