1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Venza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |