1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 18 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | F-450 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4390 mm |