1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Ford Royale
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon 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 107 more horse power than 1996 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Royale.
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, 1996 Ford Royale, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1996 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Royale |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
