1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
