1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 513 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3246 mm |