1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
