1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 462 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
