1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 34 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
