2007 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
