1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 32 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 160 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 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Altima |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
