2007 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Falcon | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
