1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa, 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
