1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
