1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 18 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
