1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
