2003 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Falcon | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Sera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
