1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon 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 2 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 214 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. 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, 1991 Toyota Camry, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Falcon | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Camry |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |