1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 33 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Falcon | VX220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |