1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 451 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Falcon | EL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2619 mm |
