1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 33 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Focus |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |