1993 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 5 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 116 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. 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, 1998 Saturn SC, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Falcon | SC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
