1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |