2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 9 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 624 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.
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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |