1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |