1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1992 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Express 1992 Ford Falcon
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express Falcon
Year Released 1998 1992
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2800 mm


 

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