1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 38 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Sienna |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |