1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
