1985 Toyota Model F vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 1993 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Model F | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
