1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |