1994 Mitsubishi FTO vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi FTO would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO. (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi FTO.
2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi FTO has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | FTO | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
