1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
