1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
