1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Telstar | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
