1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | Verada |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |