1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 423 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.
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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
