1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 36 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, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Falcon weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2002 Ford Lynx, 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, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
