1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
