1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 926 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |