1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
