1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru DL would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL, 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru DL. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Falcon | 1981 Subaru DL | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | DL |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |