1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 29 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
