1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |