2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3931 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |