2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
