1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
