1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Falcon | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Camry |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |