1989 Toyota MR2 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota MR2. (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota MR2. 1992 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota MR2 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | MR2 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
