1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 11 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
