2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Sienna | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sienna | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |