1975 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon.
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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Torino | Falcon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |