1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 669 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Concerto | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2838 mm |
