1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 34 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
