1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 21 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Venza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
