1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 451 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
