1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 31 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 501 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa, 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Previa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
