1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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 (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
