1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
