1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 15 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
