1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Sentra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |