1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 29 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 251 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
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, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Falcon | Neon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
