1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 324 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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 (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Primera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
