1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1977 Datsun 280Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Falcon | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2304 mm |
