1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Falcon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2838 mm |