1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
