1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 14 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |