1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2009 Nissan Maxima, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
