1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 419 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 Hilux 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 Hilux 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 Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
