2002 Acura CL vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | CL | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
