2012 Toyota Hilux vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 1995 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Hilux | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Hilux | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
