1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |