1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 910 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Consorte | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
