1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
