2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 10 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Berlina | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
