2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 19 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 437 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
