1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1720 kg |
