1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 307 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | XT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
