1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 548 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Falcon | Rexton |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |