2007 MG ZT-T vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 17 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 395 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.
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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2007 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2007 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG ZT-T | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | ZT-T | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
