1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 20 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Falcon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Falcon | GL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |