1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |