1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2703 mm |