1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 22 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 229 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 2010 Subaru Outback 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. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ford Falcon | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Outback |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |