1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 855 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
