1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
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, 2011 Opel Vivaro, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |