1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova

To start off, both 1993 Ford Falcon and 1993 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Nova, 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Ford Falcon 1993 Vauxhall Nova
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Falcon Nova
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 268 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2350 mm


 

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