1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 21 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Beetle |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2537 mm |