1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 511 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
