2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 18 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1991 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | QX56 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |