1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
