1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 471 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Elantra | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2838 mm |