1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |