1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 86 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |