1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |