2004 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
