2004 Ford Econoline vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Econoline is newer by 13 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econoline weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econoline | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |