1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 17 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |