2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2800 mm |