1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1264 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Falcon | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2946 mm |