1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 208 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Escort |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |