1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Camaro 2001 Ford Falcon
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro Falcon
Year Released 1990 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3133 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 59 L


 

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