1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 201 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
