1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa 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 73 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Previa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
