1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
