1990 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Falcon | Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |