1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | IS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
