2004 Ford GT vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 1991 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
