1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 631 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Falcon | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1820 mm |