1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |