1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3193 mm |
