1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 17 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
