1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 857 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 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
