1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1998 Rover 75, 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 (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Falcon | 75 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |