1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
