1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Falcon | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
