1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 444 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Falcon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |