1994 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 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 67 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima. 2000 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
