1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 76 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Avalon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |