1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 885 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 4, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
