2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 17 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avalon | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
