1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 726 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
