1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | HR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
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 | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |