1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 216 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Falcon | FR-S |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |