1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 30 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, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Element |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
