1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 238 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Falcon | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
