1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 822 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | Express |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
