1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 139 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1992 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
