1976 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 694 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2838 mm |
