1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 31 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), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 200 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | Diamante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |