2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 639 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.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Routan | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Routan | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2800 mm |
