1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 539 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Falcon | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Falcon | Vitara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |