2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 333 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
