1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |