1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
