1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 158 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |