1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 19 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Falcon | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2731 mm |
