2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Sentra | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sentra | Falcon |
Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2800 mm |