1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 426 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Odyssey | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |