2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 641 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |