2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |