1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |