1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
