1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 41 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 181 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
